ポリマー
Meanings
1
Chemistry term for a large molecule composed of repeating subunits. Used in scientific and technical contexts.
See also: 重合体
This plastic is made of polymers.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉を合成するto synthesize (a polymer)
The researcher synthesized a new polymer.
- 〈物〉を分解するto break down (a polymer) into smaller parts
Microorganisms break down the polymer.